(Rutherford County, NC) – Gov. Bev Perdue announced today that Facebook, the world's leading social networking service connecting more than 500 million people, will locate a multi-million dollar data . . .

"I will not tolerate public safety being put at risk because procedures were not followed by some prison personnel. I have directed Secretary Keller to take swift action based on his investigation and. . .

"Lenovo's decision to create electronic manufacturing jobs in North Carolina is a tremendous vote of confidence in the great skills and productivity of our state's workforce," said Gov. Perdue. "We h. . .

"Mr. McCrory has his facts wrong. The settlement with the federal government provides more choices of where and how citizens with serious mental illness in adult homes receive care and supportive serv. . .

"North Carolina will be a fantastic location for the 2011 Championships," said Governor Perdue. "We have a proven track record of successful major events, great facilities and wonderful volunteers. No. . .

"The proposed cuts to North Carolina's jobs and economic development funds will damage our ability to recruit new jobs and to expand existing businesses in the state. Other Southern states, notably Vi. . .

"Today my office sent a letter to gubernatorial candidates Walter Dalton and Pat McCrory informing them of the transition materials being prepared for the incoming administration. These materials will. . .

"Today we received more sobering news about the impact the global economic crisis is having on North Carolina as the unemployment rate rose to its highest point since June 1983," said Gov. Perdue. "Ge. . .

"Today's action by Congress and President Obama means more children in North Carolina will have access to health care. With businesses cutting back benefits and families trimming their budgets, expan. . .

"Today's decision is fantastic news for North Carolina regardless of your political party. A national political convention is a keystone event that will boost North Carolina's economy, while showcasin. . .

A condolence book will be available for North Carolinians to sign in memory of former Governor Bob Scott, who served as Governor of North Carolina from 1969 to 1973. Citizens can sign the book at the. . .

After being sworn in as North Carolina's 73rd governor, Perdue pledged strong leadership to guide North Carolina through challenging economic times. "This new beginning is much more than symbolic. I a. . .

As part of JobsNOW, Community Colleges to offer 12 career paths taking less than 6 months. Gov. Bev Perdue today launched "12 in 6", a workforce development initiative designed to benefit North Caroli. . .

As she talked with western North Carolina economic leaders today, Gov. Bev Perdue stressed that protecting and creating jobs and growing the economy will be a top priority in the budget she plans to p. . .

ASHEVILLE – Gov. Bev Perdue today announced that New Belgium Brewing, the third largest craft brewer in the country and the maker of Fat Tire Amber Ale, will build its East Coast brewery in Buncombe C. . .

BEIJING – Gov. Bev Perdue and N.C. Secretary of Commerce Keith Crisco led a discussion today with business and education leaders about opportunities for Chinese students at North Carolina colleges and. . .

Burley Mitchell - former chief justice of the N.C. Supreme Court, former judge on the N.C. Court of Appeals, former secretary of Crime Control and Public Safety, former Wake County district attorney a. . .

CARY - Gov. Bev Perdue today joined leaders from LORD Corporation in Cary to announce 117 new jobs and a $20 million investment as part of an expansion project in North Carolina. LORD Corporation is a. . .

CARY - Gov. Bev Perdue today signed House Bills 1973 and 1035 that will help create jobs for more North Carolinians. Gov. Perdue signed the bills in a ceremony at Epic Games, a video game company head. . .